Infant & Toddler Classroom Assistant - Grow with Early Ed

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 35,542,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Life & Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP & Wellness

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking an Infant Toddler Instructional Assistant to support teaching staff in infant/toddler classrooms. You will help maintain a safe, healthy environment and assist with daily routines, activities, and classroom documentation.

The role includes covering for staff breaks to preserve child-to-teacher ratios, with opportunities to participate in dual language instruction where applicable and to contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

Qualifications

• No prior education or experience is required for this position.
• Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for infant/toddler Teacher Aide II (within 4 months from date of hire).
• Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for infant/toddler Teacher (CE).
• Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for infant/toddler Teacher (C).

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in providing a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Supervise infants and toddlers in classrooms and on playgrounds using positive guidance techniques.
• Assist with daily routines including diapering, toileting, dressing, mealtimes, and transitions.
• Help implement daily classroom activities such as free play, story time, and learning centers.
• Maintain cleanliness of classrooms, toys, furniture, and supplies, including light cleaning and laundry.
• Support communication with children, families, and staff in a respectful and positive manner.
• Assist with dual language instruction, as applicable.
• Help with basic record keeping and classroom documentation as assigned.
• Provide classroom coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios during staff breaks or absences.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Infant/Toddler care

Classroom supervision

Family communication

Bilingual support

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Diploma de Educacion Secundaria

Infant-Toddler CDA certificate

Oregon community college certificate

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking an Infant Toddler Instructional Assistant to support teaching staff in infant/toddler classrooms. You will help maintain a safe, healthy environment and assist with daily routines, activities, and classroom documentation.

The role includes covering for staff breaks to preserve child-to-teacher ratios, with opportunities to participate in dual language instruction where applicable and to contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment